web02.fireside.fm Sat, 16 May 2026 06:25:27 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Pivots & Plot Twists - Episodes Tagged with “Branding” https://pivotsandplottwists.fireside.fm/tags/branding Tue, 18 Mar 2025 05:00:00 +0000 The podcast where I invite a group of inspiring change makers and leaders from different industries and walks-of-life to discuss the topic of being brave, navigate change and what to do when life throws a plot twist or two. en-gb episodic Being brave, learning how to navigate change and throwing in a plot twist or two in life and business. Tamsyn Allington The podcast where I invite a group of inspiring change makers and leaders from different industries and walks-of-life to discuss the topic of being brave, navigate change and what to do when life throws a plot twist or two. no change, entrepreneurship, entrepreneur, business, culture, pivots, plot twists, Tamsyn Allington hello@tamsyn.co Ep 58 : Bold Brands & Big Leaps: Kayleigh Lloyd on Creativity, Confidence & Carving Your Own Path https://pivotsandplottwists.fireside.fm/ep58 181aaf63-ddd1-4333-a86c-06c998648e4b Tue, 18 Mar 2025 05:00:00 +0000 Tamsyn Allington full Tamsyn Allington 29:59 no <p>In this inspiring episode, we sit down with brand strategist and designer Kayleigh Lloyd to dive into her journey of breaking free from the corporate world and building her own creative business. Kayleigh shares how she discovered her passion for branding, why she loves working with women, and how embracing her unique strengths has helped her stand out in the industry.</p> <p>We talk about the power of creativity, learning your superpower, and bringing your own uniqueness to your work. Kayleigh also opens up about juggling motherhood and business ownership, setting non-negotiables, and why you’re never truly ready to take a big leap—but should do it anyway.</p> <p>If you're craving a change in your career or life, Kayleigh shares practical tips to help you take that bold next step. This is an episode packed with wisdom, encouragement, and a reminder that your brand—and your path—should be as unique as you are.</p> <p>Please like, subscribe, share and review our podcast - it means the world to us!</p> <h3>Connect with Tamsyn</h3> <p>Book a free consultion call: <a href="https://hello.dubsado.com:443/public/appointment-scheduler/637dfe6d55641a24b89cb06b/schedule" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://hello.dubsado.com:443/public/appointment-scheduler/637dfe6d55641a24b89cb06b/schedule</a></p> <p>Join the Pivots &amp; Plot Twists newsletter : <a href="https://tamsynandco.myflodesk.com/welcome" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://tamsynandco.myflodesk.com/welcome</a></p> <p>Our Website : <a href="http://www.tamsyn.co" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.tamsyn.co</a> </p> <p>LinkedIn : <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamsynallington/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamsynallington/</a></p> <h3>Connect with Kayleigh</h3> <p>website: <a href="https://www.lloyd-creative.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.lloyd-creative.co.uk/</a></p> branding, brand strategy, female entrepreneurs, creative business, entrepreneurship, leaving corporate, starting a business, personal branding, creativity, business tips, motherhood and business, work-life balance, brand identity, business growth, female founder, mindset shift, taking the leap, career change, building a brand, finding your superpower, standing out in business, non-negotiables, business strategy, entrepreneur journey, brand visibility, small business tips, women in business, brand storytelling, authenticity in business, confidence in branding, business motivation In this inspiring episode, we sit down with brand strategist and designer Kayleigh Lloyd to dive into her journey of breaking free from the corporate world and building her own creative business. Kayleigh shares how she discovered her passion for branding, why she loves working with women, and how embracing her unique strengths has helped her stand out in the industry.

We talk about the power of creativity, learning your superpower, and bringing your own uniqueness to your work. Kayleigh also opens up about juggling motherhood and business ownership, setting non-negotiables, and why you’re never truly ready to take a big leap—but should do it anyway.

If you're craving a change in your career or life, Kayleigh shares practical tips to help you take that bold next step. This is an episode packed with wisdom, encouragement, and a reminder that your brand—and your path—should be as unique as you are.

Please like, subscribe, share and review our podcast - it means the world to us!

Connect with Tamsyn

Book a free consultion call: https://hello.dubsado.com:443/public/appointment-scheduler/637dfe6d55641a24b89cb06b/schedule

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Connect with Kayleigh

website: https://www.lloyd-creative.co.uk/

]]> In this inspiring episode, we sit down with brand strategist and designer Kayleigh Lloyd to dive into her journey of breaking free from the corporate world and building her own creative business. Kayleigh shares how she discovered her passion for branding, why she loves working with women, and how embracing her unique strengths has helped her stand out in the industry.

We talk about the power of creativity, learning your superpower, and bringing your own uniqueness to your work. Kayleigh also opens up about juggling motherhood and business ownership, setting non-negotiables, and why you’re never truly ready to take a big leap—but should do it anyway.

If you're craving a change in your career or life, Kayleigh shares practical tips to help you take that bold next step. This is an episode packed with wisdom, encouragement, and a reminder that your brand—and your path—should be as unique as you are.

Please like, subscribe, share and review our podcast - it means the world to us!

Connect with Tamsyn

Book a free consultion call: https://hello.dubsado.com:443/public/appointment-scheduler/637dfe6d55641a24b89cb06b/schedule

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Our Website : www.tamsyn.co

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Connect with Kayleigh

website: https://www.lloyd-creative.co.uk/

]]> Episode 5 : Stepping into your own space in a male dominated world and how to consciously create space in a world that is busier than ever. With Helen Bailey https://pivotsandplottwists.fireside.fm/ep5 998eafb8-c4d7-4481-8545-0ec3ac218dfc Tue, 29 Aug 2023 05:00:00 +0100 Tamsyn Allington full Tamsyn Allington Helen Bailey has been working in research and hospitality for over 30 years. Helen launched Aviatrix as a way to elevate the way companies connect with their customers. Her extensive experience in hospitality, travel & leisure started in the restaurant business, having owned and operated five successful restaurants. Helen is also an experienced leadership coach and facilitator for SME leaders. Her biggest achievement is staying married for 32 years and working with her husband Nick and being Mum to three amazing humans. 23:27 no <p>On this episode, we are in conversation with Helen Bailey. </p> <p>Helen Bailey has been working in research and hospitality for over 30 years. <br> Helen launched Aviatrix as a way to elevate the way companies connect with their customers. Her extensive experience in hospitality, travel &amp; leisure started in the restaurant business, having owned and operated five successful restaurants.<br> Helen is also an experienced leadership coach and facilitator for SME leaders. Her biggest achievement is staying married for 32 years and working with her husband Nick and being Mum to three amazing humans.</p> <p>Topics we discuss:</p> <ul> <li> Having greater diversity especially in the hsopitality industry</li> <li> Stepping into your own space in a male dominated wold</li> <li> How we are busier than ever, post covid</li> <li> Overwhelm</li> <li> Creating your own pause button</li> </ul> <p>Please like, subscribe, share and review our podcast - it means the world to us!</p> <h3>Connect with us</h3> <p>Our Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tamsynandco/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.instagram.com/tamsynandco/</a></p> <p>Our Website : <a href="http://www.tamsyn.co" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.tamsyn.co</a> </p> <p>LinkedIn : <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/tamsynco/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.linkedin.com/company/tamsynco/</a> <br> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamsynallington/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamsynallington/</a></p> <h3>Connect with Helen</h3> <p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-bailey/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-bailey/</a></p> <p>Email : <a href="mailto:helen@aviatrix.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">helen@aviatrix.co.uk</a> </p> business, recruitment, managing change, HR agency, entrepreneurship, self employed. On this episode, we are in conversation with Helen Bailey.

Helen Bailey has been working in research and hospitality for over 30 years.
Helen launched Aviatrix as a way to elevate the way companies connect with their customers. Her extensive experience in hospitality, travel & leisure started in the restaurant business, having owned and operated five successful restaurants.
Helen is also an experienced leadership coach and facilitator for SME leaders. Her biggest achievement is staying married for 32 years and working with her husband Nick and being Mum to three amazing humans.

Topics we discuss:

  • Having greater diversity especially in the hsopitality industry
  • Stepping into your own space in a male dominated wold
  • How we are busier than ever, post covid
  • Overwhelm
  • Creating your own pause button

Please like, subscribe, share and review our podcast - it means the world to us!

Connect with us

Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsynandco/

Our Website : www.tamsyn.co

LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/tamsynco/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamsynallington/

Connect with Helen

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-bailey/

Email : helen@aviatrix.co.uk

]]> On this episode, we are in conversation with Helen Bailey.

Helen Bailey has been working in research and hospitality for over 30 years.
Helen launched Aviatrix as a way to elevate the way companies connect with their customers. Her extensive experience in hospitality, travel & leisure started in the restaurant business, having owned and operated five successful restaurants.
Helen is also an experienced leadership coach and facilitator for SME leaders. Her biggest achievement is staying married for 32 years and working with her husband Nick and being Mum to three amazing humans.

Topics we discuss:

  • Having greater diversity especially in the hsopitality industry
  • Stepping into your own space in a male dominated wold
  • How we are busier than ever, post covid
  • Overwhelm
  • Creating your own pause button

Please like, subscribe, share and review our podcast - it means the world to us!

Connect with us

Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsynandco/

Our Website : www.tamsyn.co

LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/tamsynco/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamsynallington/

Connect with Helen

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-bailey/

Email : helen@aviatrix.co.uk

]]> Episode 3 : Joining forces with a Dragon, setting up your own business and is hybrid working here to stay? With Helen Plumridge https://pivotsandplottwists.fireside.fm/ep3 e7981fd6-11af-4769-a6bf-4e6d32326a02 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 05:00:00 +0100 Tamsyn Allington full Tamsyn Allington Helen Plumridge is Founder and Owner of King – a leading pro-active recruitment and search firm based in the Southwest and London. Helen started in recruitment 20 years ago, and has always had an unrelenting passion to drive the growth of businesses and careers with a down to earth, honest and professional approach. Helen started the business organically 6 years ago from her home office with two small children running around. Fast forward to 2023, and she has joined forces with James Caan and Recruitment Entrepreneur to grow and scale the business. 43:12 no <p>On this episode, we are in conversation with recruitment owner, Helen Plumridge. </p> <p>Helen Plumridge is Founder and Owner of King – a leading pro-active recruitment and search firm based in the Southwest and London. Helen started in recruitment 20 years ago, and has always had an unrelenting passion to drive the growth of businesses and careers with a down to earth, honest and professional approach. Helen started the business organically 6 years ago from her home office with two small children running around. Fast forward to 2023, and she has joined forces with James Caan and Recruitment Entrepreneur to grow and scale the business.</p> <p>Topics we discuss:</p> <ul> <li> Joining forces with a Dragon</li> <li> Setting up your own business</li> <li> Practical steps to get started</li> <li> Part time to building a big team</li> <li> What employers are looking for now?</li> <li> Is hybrid working here to stay? </li> </ul> <p>Please like, subscribe, share and review our podcast - it means the world to us!</p> <h3>Connect with us</h3> <p>Our Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tamsynandco/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.instagram.com/tamsynandco/</a></p> <p>Our Website : <a href="http://www.tamsyn.co" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.tamsyn.co</a> </p> <p>LinkedIn : <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/tamsynco/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.linkedin.com/company/tamsynco/</a> <br> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamsynallington/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamsynallington/</a></p> <h3>Connect with Helen</h3> <p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenplumridge1/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenplumridge1/</a><br> Email : <a href="mailto:helen@kingrecruit.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">helen@kingrecruit.com</a> </p> business, recruitment, managing change, HR agency, entrepreneurship, self employed. On this episode, we are in conversation with recruitment owner, Helen Plumridge.

Helen Plumridge is Founder and Owner of King – a leading pro-active recruitment and search firm based in the Southwest and London. Helen started in recruitment 20 years ago, and has always had an unrelenting passion to drive the growth of businesses and careers with a down to earth, honest and professional approach. Helen started the business organically 6 years ago from her home office with two small children running around. Fast forward to 2023, and she has joined forces with James Caan and Recruitment Entrepreneur to grow and scale the business.

Topics we discuss:

  • Joining forces with a Dragon
  • Setting up your own business
  • Practical steps to get started
  • Part time to building a big team
  • What employers are looking for now?
  • Is hybrid working here to stay?

Please like, subscribe, share and review our podcast - it means the world to us!

Connect with us

Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsynandco/

Our Website : www.tamsyn.co

LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/tamsynco/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamsynallington/

Connect with Helen

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenplumridge1/
Email : helen@kingrecruit.com

]]> On this episode, we are in conversation with recruitment owner, Helen Plumridge.

Helen Plumridge is Founder and Owner of King – a leading pro-active recruitment and search firm based in the Southwest and London. Helen started in recruitment 20 years ago, and has always had an unrelenting passion to drive the growth of businesses and careers with a down to earth, honest and professional approach. Helen started the business organically 6 years ago from her home office with two small children running around. Fast forward to 2023, and she has joined forces with James Caan and Recruitment Entrepreneur to grow and scale the business.

Topics we discuss:

  • Joining forces with a Dragon
  • Setting up your own business
  • Practical steps to get started
  • Part time to building a big team
  • What employers are looking for now?
  • Is hybrid working here to stay?

Please like, subscribe, share and review our podcast - it means the world to us!

Connect with us

Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsynandco/

Our Website : www.tamsyn.co

LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/tamsynco/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamsynallington/

Connect with Helen

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenplumridge1/
Email : helen@kingrecruit.com

]]> Episode 2 : The importance of having a diverse board and advancement of women within the hospitality sector with Ann Elliott https://pivotsandplottwists.fireside.fm/ep2 2bf6b63e-899f-4dce-8ac3-d1fe79c0fd64 Tue, 08 Aug 2023 12:30:00 +0100 Tamsyn Allington full Tamsyn Allington Ann is a portfolio Non-Executive Director and Board Advisor specialising in the hospitality sector. She co-founded Plan B mentoring, sits on the UKH events committee, is an Arena board member, organises the annual Propel Women Leaders and Entrepreneurs conference and is a regular speaker and contributor at industry events. She is particularly passionate about advancing and supporting women in the sector, helping them to connect and network with each other for mutual benefit. 33:29 no <p>On this episode, we are in conversation with the incredible Ann Elliott. </p> <p>Ann is a portfolio Non-Executive Director and Board Advisor specialising in the hospitality sector. She co-founded Plan B mentoring, sits on the UKH events committee, is an Arena board member, organises the annual Propel Women Leaders and Entrepreneurs conference and is a regular speaker and contributor at industry events. She is particularly passionate about advancing and supporting women in the sector, helping them to connect and network with each other for mutual benefit. </p> <p>Topics we discuss:</p> <ul> <li> The importance of a diverse board for a successful business</li> <li> What would you do if you weren't afraid?</li> <li> Making your first hire</li> <li> How to overcome the fear of taking a big leap</li> <li> The most toxic phrase 'We've always done it this way'</li> </ul> <p>Please like, subscribe, share and review our podcast - it means the world to us!</p> <h3>Connect with us</h3> <p>Our Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tamsynandco/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.instagram.com/tamsynandco/</a></p> <p>Our Website : <a href="http://www.tamsyn.co" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.tamsyn.co</a> </p> <p>LinkedIn : <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/tamsynco/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.linkedin.com/company/tamsynco/</a> <br> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamsynallington/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamsynallington/</a></p> <h3>Connect with Ann</h3> <p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/annelliottconsultancy/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.linkedin.com/in/annelliottconsultancy/</a> </p> business, recruitment, managing change, HR agency, entrepreurship, self employed. On this episode, we are in conversation with the incredible Ann Elliott.

Ann is a portfolio Non-Executive Director and Board Advisor specialising in the hospitality sector. She co-founded Plan B mentoring, sits on the UKH events committee, is an Arena board member, organises the annual Propel Women Leaders and Entrepreneurs conference and is a regular speaker and contributor at industry events. She is particularly passionate about advancing and supporting women in the sector, helping them to connect and network with each other for mutual benefit.

Topics we discuss:

  • The importance of a diverse board for a successful business
  • What would you do if you weren't afraid?
  • Making your first hire
  • How to overcome the fear of taking a big leap
  • The most toxic phrase 'We've always done it this way'

Please like, subscribe, share and review our podcast - it means the world to us!

Connect with us

Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsynandco/

Our Website : www.tamsyn.co

LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/tamsynco/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamsynallington/

Connect with Ann

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annelliottconsultancy/

]]> On this episode, we are in conversation with the incredible Ann Elliott.

Ann is a portfolio Non-Executive Director and Board Advisor specialising in the hospitality sector. She co-founded Plan B mentoring, sits on the UKH events committee, is an Arena board member, organises the annual Propel Women Leaders and Entrepreneurs conference and is a regular speaker and contributor at industry events. She is particularly passionate about advancing and supporting women in the sector, helping them to connect and network with each other for mutual benefit.

Topics we discuss:

  • The importance of a diverse board for a successful business
  • What would you do if you weren't afraid?
  • Making your first hire
  • How to overcome the fear of taking a big leap
  • The most toxic phrase 'We've always done it this way'

Please like, subscribe, share and review our podcast - it means the world to us!

Connect with us

Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamsynandco/

Our Website : www.tamsyn.co

LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/tamsynco/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamsynallington/

Connect with Ann

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annelliottconsultancy/

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